The idea of a weekend outing for those in the Md. area was suggested a while back, and it sounded like a good one for those close enough to make it. How about an "Equipped weekend" for those in the Midwest? There are a few of us in the Illinois area, how many would like to plan a Saturday get-together and where might you have in mind for a rallying point? As for myself, being in LaSalle county, Starved Rock state park or Mathiasen park come to mind. There's plenty of camping/lodging facilities in the area, and there's other local interest stuff for friends/family. Anybody interested???